a trip to Sungai Tilong

Our first trip was to simpang 370, Jalan Muara and everyone was so excited about it. However, during the journey, we got lost as we were unable to find the simpang. It took us a while to find the location. We arrived at the site at about 6.00 p.m and started our journey into the jungle right after that. Our leader, Faye has provided us with some information about the forest. She introduces us to some of the plant and animal species which we have never seen before. She shows us the ginger plant, termite nests as well as the skin of the snake that has been shedded. Later we were brought to the destruction site where part of the forest has been cleared up for development. Trees are falling down due to erosion and it’s so sad to know that many species will lose their habitat. After that, we started to head back to our bus. As we go along, the day was getting darker and the sound of the insects and animals in the jungle are becoming more obvious. We heard the sound of the cicada and other insects which was very loud and echoing through the forest. We have to be careful with our steps as we do not bring our torchlight along. We manage to come out from the forest at about 7.00 pm. I was so tired and exhausted but the cool drinks are very refreshing. It was really an enjoyable experience for me. The trip has taught me much about the nature of the forest. It also make me realized the importance of conserving our forests.